New ZealandAir NZ flight returns to Akl as 'adverse' Rarotonga weather thwarts landingPassengers spent almost 8 hours in the air before landing back at their departure point.19 Nov 06:11 AM
New ZealandOne dead after crash closes Canterbury highwayTwo others suffered minor injuries and received treatment at the scene.19 Nov 06:00 AM
CrimeArrow fired into street during tense five-hour standoff which sparked mass evacuationCorey Innocente aimed a crossbow at police and threatened to blow up his house.19 Nov 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumSustainable business & financeMainfreight powers up with 10MW solar push Mainfreight will generate 10MW of solar power in FY25 as capacity grows.19 Nov 06:00 AM
Christchurch'What a gorgeous evening': Cliff Richard and Priscilla Presley catch up in NZThe pair caught up over drinks in Christchurch while on separate tours.19 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandMetallica fans take Eden ParkThe Herald speaks to Metallica fans at Eden Park ahead of the band's massive New Zealand show.Watch19 Nov 05:39 AM
New ZealandWarning to avoid lakes, streams after overflow at Rotorua wastewater treatment plantTreated wastewater overflowed after a pipe broke, the council says.19 Nov 05:22 AM
PoliticsGovernment pausing prescription of puberty blockersThe change applies to patients seeking treatment for gender dysphoria or incongruence.19 Nov 05:02 AM
AucklandSpark from tools prompts evacuation of large Auckland private schoolAll students were evacuated from the school's buildings as smoke affected some classrooms.19 Nov 04:59 AM
New ZealandMortuary technician's 'repugnant and immoral’ online conduct included sharing skull imageAn anonymous tip led to an investigation. Now the man has lost his medical registration.19 Nov 04:51 AM
New ZealandFerry stuck in Picton after ramp fault traps passengers onboardPassengers waited more than two hours as engineers tried to free the ramp.19 Nov 04:50 AM
New ZealandDrenched: Four BoP rivers reached warning levelsMost rivers were expected to peak overnight. 19 Nov 04:30 AM
New ZealandTwenty police staff investigated for device misuse after McSkimming scandalActing Deputy Commissioner Jill Rogers says charges are possible.19 Nov 04:27 AM
New ZealandHidden contaminant: Tolaga Bay recreation reserve built over old landfillThe reserve was a landfill until 1986 and used for recreation until 2018.19 Nov 04:19 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | U.S politicians vote to release Epstein filesNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | U.S politicians vote to release Epstein Files and Trump defends Saudi Arabia over the murder of a journalist.Watch19 Nov 04:08 AM
New ZealandNecks please: Welcoming zoo's new arrival a tall orderThe 2-year-old giraffe made the 520km trip from Christchurch to Hamilton.19 Nov 04:00 AM
EntertainmentWhitianga Summer Concert cancelled as Iggy Pop tour adds Auckland dateThe new Auckland show at Spark Arena is set for January 29.19 Nov 03:59 AM
New ZealandSupport for schoolmates of Sanson fire victims lacking, guardian saysHugo, August and Goldie were killed on Saturday.19 Nov 03:50 AM
WellingtonPeters unveils new ferries, blames costly consultants for past budget blowoutsPeters says the $596m deal for two hybrid ferries has saved taxpayers billions.19 Nov 03:01 AM
New ZealandChristmas show canned after burst water main floods theatre It is estimated that a million litres surged into the building.19 Nov 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon Watts: Stronger economy, lower emissions: Minister outlines COP goalsOpinion: New Zealand has committed $400m over four years to cut on-farm emissions.19 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandNew Interislander ferries revealedThe Government has unveiled designs and specifications of new Cook Strait ferries set to sail in 2029.Watch19 Nov 02:30 AM
CrimeHead Hunters trio guilty of executing teen, hiding body in pre-dug graveProsecutors said the victim was killed over 1kg of meth.19 Nov 02:23 AM
New ZealandMagic-sand closures: Council shuts Waipawa, Waipukurau librariesMagic sand used at CHB libraries in after-school activities and holiday programmes. 19 Nov 02:22 AM
New ZealandAfternoon quiz: Who was Bob the Builder's brother?Test your brains with the Herald's afternoon quiz.19 Nov 02:15 AM
New ZealandBody found in search for missing woman in Upper HuttPolice said Anita Hart had last been seen on November 13.19 Nov 02:14 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Winston Peters' Interislander ferries announcementWinston Peters' Interislander ferries announcement.Watch19 Nov 01:46 AM
ChristchurchItalian military plane’s drama over NZ most-tracked flight in worldA minor technical issue forced the Hercules to circle before a safe landing.19 Nov 01:29 AM
New Zealand'Tone deaf': Labour hits back at Govt over Rotorua housing claimTama Potaka says the city’s turnaround shows 'deliberate, co-ordinated action'.19 Nov 01:27 AM
New ZealandTrio accused of murdering Tristan Oakes enter pleasOakes' whānau also attended the appearance in the High Court at Tauranga this morning.19 Nov 01:19 AM
New ZealandGridlock-causing roadworks pushed to 2026, MP says city was let downNZTA received criticism from multiple levels before making the decision to postpone works.19 Nov 01:05 AM
New ZealandNew measles case linked to Auckland Airport confirmedHealth NZ has revised the national total to 19 after one case was removed.19 Nov 01:05 AM
AucklandMotorist fined $150 by AT for driving along bus lane on police orders after crashThe man officially appealed but the fine was only reversed after Herald questions.19 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandMotorist spots blaze that damaged Whangārei warehouseFire investigator Greg Hartwell said no sprinklers or alarms were installed.19 Nov 12:52 AM
